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Zach LaVine may irk you by skipping the NBA dunk contest, but All-Star weekend means so much more to him now

“I’ve always prided myself as an exciting player.”

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LeBron James Clears Air, Says He Sees Himself With Lakers for ‘As Long As He Can Play’

After raising some eyebrows during All-Star weekend, the Lakers star made clear that he wants to be in L.A. for as long as possible.

Sports Illustrated

Key focuses for Bulls out of All-Star break: Managing Zach LaVine’s knee, integrating Tristan Thompson

CHICAGO — After the stars exited Cleveland, the dunk contest controversy died down and NBA All-Star Weekend officially drew to a close, plenty of questions remain about the final stretch of the Chicago Bulls season.

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Paul Sullivan: Here’s how to fix NBA All-Star Weekend for the modern-age fan

NBA All-Star Weekend is over, and if you’re a die-hard fan, there’s a good chance you caught some or all of the events, from the Rising Stars game Friday to Sunday night’s All-Star Game.

Chicago Tribune

Rod Beard: Here is how I would make the NBA's All-Star Weekend better

The NBA has a problem, and it really shouldn't be an issue.

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Tale of two All-Star Weekends for Zach LaVine and Bulls’ front office

In 2020, when All-Star Weekend was held in Chicago, LaVine found himself in the middle of "Fire Gar/Pax" chants and questions about the failures of the Bulls’ front office. This All-Star Weekend in Cleveland was markedly different, not only for LaVine but for the Bulls’ organization.

Chicago Sun-Times

With family at his side, Joel Embiid is enjoying All-Star Weekend more than ever: 'It's a blessing'

CLEVELAND — Joel Embiid is back in his element at All-Star Weekend, and it appears more enjoyable than ever.

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Karl-Anthony Towns wins three-point contest, Toppin earns NBA dunk title

Los Angeles (AFP) - Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns scored a record 29 points in the final round to capture the NBA All-Star Weekend's Three-Point Contest, holding off the sharpshooting duo of Trae Young and Luke Kennard.

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All-Star Saturday night: Rockets rookie Jalen Green competes in NBA slam dunk contest

After an elite showing in the Rising Stars tournament at All-Star Weekend, Rockets rookie Jalen Green now hopes to win the NBA’s slam dunk contest. Here’s our live blog to watch his progress.

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Sixers center Joel Embiid is confident in his MVP case: ‘The way I’ve been playing speaks for itself’

CLEVELAND — Joel Embiid arrived at All-Star Weekend at the top of the race for the NBA’s Most Valuable Player award. And when asked to make his case at Saturday’s Media Day, the 76ers’ center said “the way I’ve been playing speaks for itself.”

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Rockets, NBA Twitter react as Jalen Green puts on a Rising Stars show

His team lost in a heartbreaker, but Rockets rookie Jalen Green put on an absolute show in the NBA’s Rising Stars tournament at All-Star Weekend. Here’s how fans reacted to Friday’s showing.

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Clear Play: Looking ahead to potential NBA conference winners

Setting up the second half of the NBA season as All-Star Weekend kicks off

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NBA All-Star weekend: How to watch Josh Giddey, Patty Mills and all the game's biggest stars

The best of the NBA's best will convene in Cleveland this weekend for the annual All-Star festivities, and a number of Aussies will be taking centre stage.

ABC News

Bulls prepared to continue the winning push after the All-Star break

The sacrifices have been many for the Bulls, as the league pauses for All-Star Weekend. Don’t expect the asking price for winning to change after the break, either. Coach Billy Donovan won’t allow it, and veteran DeMar DeRozan won’t stand for it.

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Interview: Clyde Drexler on NBA’s 2022 All-Star Weekend, Rockets’ rebuild, and beyond

Rockets legend and Hall of Famer Clyde Drexler shares his perspective on Jalen Green and the dunk contest, as well as the status of Houston’s ongoing franchise rebuild in 2022.

Chicago Tribune

Zach LaVine reportedly will visit a knee specialist ahead of All-Star weekend as the Chicago Bulls continue to battle injuries

The short-handed Chicago Bulls could lose yet another key player ahead of the All-Star break after Zach LaVine will reportedly fly to Los Angeles to receive special treatment on his left knee, according to ESPN.

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Rockets rookie Jalen Green ready to put on a show at NBA All-Star slam dunk contest

Rockets rookie Jalen Green says he has dreamed about moments like the upcoming slam dunk contest at NBA All-Star Weekend, and he’s ready to put on a show and make the most of it.

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Zach LaVine to participate in 3-Point Contest during All-Star Weekend

LaVine will compete in the 3-Point Contest for the third time.

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OKC Thunder news: Josh Giddey named to Skills Challenge

It looks like Josh Giddey is going to have a busy All-Star weekend.

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LaMelo Ball named to 2022 NBA Rising Stars roster

Get ready to see plenty of the 2020 NBA Rookie of the Year in Cleveland for All-Star Weekend.

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Bulls rookie Ayo Dosunmu named to 2022 Rising Stars Roster

The Bulls' rookie is headed to All-Star Weekend.

Orlando Sentinel

Magic’s ‘Rising Stars’ step up, but Orlando falls to Bulls

CHICAGO — The Orlando Magic had three players (Cole Anthony, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs) selected to participate in the All-Star Weekend’s Rising Stars competition one hour before tipoff for Tuesday’s matchup with the Chicago Bulls.

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Cole Anthony to participate in Slam Dunk contest

Shams Charania: Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony is committing to the NBA Slam Dunk Contest at All-Star Weekend in Cleveland, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. At 6-foot-3, Anthony has had some explosive dunks and is having a breakout sophomore ...

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